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Slice-of-life stories about parenthood

A Shout Out to the Parents in the Passenger’s Seat

March 30, 2022 by Amy, Using Our Words 4 Comments

I wrote this about a month ago, thinking I’d pitch it to some very glamorous publication. But things have been hectic and my little ol’ blog is as glamorous as it gets these days. In honor of Big’s 16th birthday today, I wanted to share this with all my friends going through this major transition […]

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The Truth About Turning 40

June 27, 2016 by Amy, Using Our Words 13 Comments

As a kid, I didn’t give much thought to getting old. Older, yes. I mean you had to reach a certain age to be in the Olympics and go to the Air Force Academy. (Yes, I really wanted to do both of those things at one point in my life, which, if you know me, […]

Filed Under: Mom Musings Tagged With: 40th birthday, birthday, blogiversary, celebration, milestone, milestone birthday, turning 40

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I’m Amy, the girl next door. I’m your average obsessive mom/ happy wife/ freelance copywriter/ slice-of-life blogger/ social media addict/ chocolate lovin’ wino. Read More…

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